What gauges of hooks are normally for suspensions?
18ga to 14: Used primarily for ball dancing or similar activity. These are too small for suspension unless a very large number of hooks are used. 12ga to 10ga: Sometimes used for horizontal suspension, but usually too small for vertical suspensions. 9ga: Common size for horizontal suspension, sometimes used for vertical suspensions as well. 8ga: This is the most common size for most suspensions and can be used for almost anything. 6ga and larger: Normally used for two- or one-point suspensions, or in vertical suspensions for larger individuals. Where are the hooks placed, and is it the same for everyone? Unfortunately, there is not an exact science to hook placement. It depends a lot on individuals. Generally hooks are placed into regions of the body where the skin is soft and stretches easily. There are some fairly common placement points and normal “sweet” spots on most people. Some of the placements are chest, upper to middle back, hips, calves, knees and forearms. Of these most hav
